- Our list of the best things to do in Orleans, Massachusetts, features the top 269 nearby activities — including 150 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Orleans, MA has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Sights & Landmarks, and Water Activities.
- The results below include the top 19 things to do within the city of Orleans, MA , followed by 250 popular activities in nearby cities, including Hyannis, Provincetown, Barnstable, Brewster, Wellfleet, Chatham, Dennis, Eastham, Harwich, Truro, South Yarmouth, Harwich Port, West Yarmouth, Dennis Port and Sandwich
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A part of the Nantucket Island, Sankaty Head Lighthouse is a historic structure dating back to late 19th century and operates as a scenic overlook today offering beautiful views of the shoreline and the ocean.
35.3 Miles
The Fan Club is a sports bar and billiard room with 10 Brunswick pool tables. They also feature 20 HD TVs, dart boards, 96 HD projector screen and serve cocktails, beer, wine, sandwiches and appetizers.
35.8 Miles
An indoor/outdoor sports complex, Jungleplex maintains 60 000 square feet of playing space for activities including soccer, martial arts, field hockey and baseball, and also includes an arcade and cafe on the premises.
36.5 Miles
Plymouth Rock marks the site where the passengers of Mayflower, who later founded Plymouth Colony, first touched the land of the New World. The rock itself, with the date 1620 etched on it, is surrounded by protective pillars and available for public viewing.
36.5 Miles
Get a history lesson at Jabez Howland House. This historic landmark was built in 1667 and purchased by the son of Mayflower passengers. The museum, decorated in period furnishings, is open Memorial Day through Columbus Day. Tours are available.
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Whale watching and full service meals galore on Pilgrim Belle Cruises, where Plymouth Harbor comes to life with dance parties and live acts. Ideal for birthday parties, family reunions, get togethers and corporate outings.
36.6 Miles
A local historic cemetery, Burial Hill is believed to be one of the oldest burial sites in the country with many graves dating as far back as 17th-century. It is situated on the top of a hill an provides sweeping views of the harbor and the Plymouth Beach.
36.6 Miles
Jenney House Museum, which operated as the Jenney Grist Mill before, functions as a mueseum and features a wide range of exhibits about the history of John Lenney who set up the mill in 1636, as well as a variety of other historical artifacts.
36.6 Miles
Led by paranormal investigators, Dead of Night Ghost Tours offers a variety of tours focused on Plymouth's history and lore. Tours include a daytime historic tour, a lantern-lit ghost tour, and a scavenger hunt tour.
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Winslow and North Street, Plymouth, MA
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The Mayflower Society House & Library is located just around the corner from Plymouth Rock in a historic dwelling from the 18th century. It features a small museum dedicated to the pilgrims and serves as the headquarters for the General Society of Mayflower Descendants.